The Image of Dionysus in the Thracian Lands

Abstract

Dionysus is the god of nature, viticulture, wine, fun and music. Revered in Rome under the name Vakhus in Thrace called Heat, and in Phrygia is known as Sabazius. Dedicated to Dionysus holidays in Greece are called Dionysus in Rome – Bacchanalia and Thrace rozalii. The cult of Dionysus is widespread among the Greeks in the Hellenistic countries and Rome initially features just rejoicing and in a later period was marked by mystery and orgies. In his honor were arranged various celebrations. In Izvorovo data can trace the spread of ritual practice at first in Italy, where passes into Asia Minor and the Balkans in Lower Misia and Thrace, Macedonia and Pannonia Superior. The cult of Dionysus is not just frolic under the influence of wine, and philosophical reflection on the idea of fertility and creativity of man.

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